Indian Evidence Act, 1872 → Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
IEA 142BSA 146(2) & (3)
When they (leading) must not be asked
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What changed
- Section 142 IEA is included as subsection (2) and (3) of 146 BSA.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 146(2) & (3) of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (formerly Section 142 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872)...
Bare act text — BSA 146(2) & (3)
(2) Leading questions must not, if objected to by the adverse party, be asked in an examination-in-chief, or in a re-examination, except with the permission of the Court. (3) The Court shall permit leading questions as to matters which are introductory or undisputed, or which have, in its opinion, been already sufficiently proved.
Frequently asked
What is IEA 142 equivalent in BSA?
IEA Section 142 (When they (leading) must not be asked) corresponds to Section 146(2) & (3) of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA).
What changed between IEA 142 and BSA 146(2) & (3)?
Section 142 IEA is included as subsection (2) and (3) of 146 BSA.
How do I cite BSA 146(2) & (3) in a pleading?
Under Section 146(2) & (3) of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (formerly Section 142 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872)...
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